I’m a big fan of “controlling the opponent” and making sure I can use every conceivable weapon I have while trying to minimize their ability to retaliate. One thing you can do to better maximize control is to check to if you can use a rear knee strike or thrusting sweep kick to your opponents key targets without getting in your own way. If you CAN do this, you’re one step closer to dominating your opponent. If you CAN’T hit them easily with any low line strikes, you’re out of alignment and subsequently are not positioned for performance.
Try getting out of your own way. It works.
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totally makes sense. If I can find my proper stances again, I could do better at maximizing power and staying out of my own way. The instruction/instructors in this dojo have been uniquely impressive. Each has so many strengths. Mr. Leonard last night emphasized moving in ways that would normally feel natural to my body’s normal movements. “If it feels weird, it’s probably wrong…” That really helped. I have to unlearn some Kenpo from years ago, so this will really help.
Thanks again!
scott